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Droughts can actually have a positive effect on tree growth, contrary to popular belief. Findings show that in cold and harsh environments, drought can actually benefit the trees by extending their growing season and increasing productivity.

California's superblooms attract thousands of visitors to the state's outdoor spaces. But increased traffic to these spaces can cause harmful impacts to the future of the superblooms and California's wildflowers

Naturally fire-prone ecosystems tend to have more species of birds and mammals, a new study reveals

In a recent study, researchers found that affluent homeowners reap more benefits from state fire suppression resources

Researchers with the Rāhui Forum and Research Center empower local communities to manage their natural resources, coupled with contemporary ecological tools

​​​​​​​Bren PhD student Rachel Torres has been honored with the 2022 Graduate Student Association's Excellence in Teaching Award.

Members of the Bren School community reflect on the danger of wildfire -and impact of wildfires past- as extreme drought conditions become the new normal for the Western US.

A study by UCSB researchers shows that as the human demand for food increases, the ocean can be sustainably cultivated with careful action

Researchers shed light on opportunities for bipartisan cooperation in the current political climate

"Practicing data science has strengthened my ability to break down large and complex environmental problems into smaller, quantifiable parts."

"I chose Bren because of the emphasis on using data science specifically in the environmental discipline."

"Data science has always intrigued me...This was the perfect program for me to pivot my career and keep it environmentally focused."

Shellby Johnson (MESM '20) joins ranks of Bren alumni to be selected as Science Communication Fellows

Matt Koller reviews The Business of Less, Professor Roland Geyer's book which questions the premise of "win-win" corporate environmental sustainability

Despite the challenges of the COVID pandemic, a team of Bren master's students examined how undersea acoustic pollution might be impacting marine mammals.

Hannah Tizedes' iconic mosaics of found plastic waste have been featured by the likes of powerhouse ENGO’s, reusable appliance brands, and apparel companies like Surfrider, Stasher, Chaco, and Pela.